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Top 15 Tours in Pretoria

32 tours  ·  from $12 a head

Good tours in Pretoria fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

Johannesburg and Soweto tour - Chancellor House and the Mandela connection
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Johannesburg and Soweto tour

1.Johannesburg and Soweto tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · from $77Our pick

Spend about five hours with a private driver exploring Johannesburg and Soweto. Visit Mandela House, Constitution Hill, Chancellor House, Maboneng, Hector Pieterson Memorial, Tutu House, informal settlements, Baragwanath Hospital, and Orlando Towers. Guides such as KG, Lindela, Pastor, and Sello focus on history, context, and flexible pacing.

“Fabulously knowledgeable guide who was kindly supportive of my mobility issues. I would recommend this trip to all. Sorry for the delay in writing my review.”

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Soweto half day Tour - Diepkloof Park and the meaning of kasi life
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Soweto Half Day Tour

2.Soweto Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · from $63

Spend about four hours touring Soweto by air-conditioned vehicle, with stops at FNB Stadium, the Soweto Towers, Vilakazi Street, Mandela House, and the Hector Pieterson Museum. Guides such as Thabang, Banele, Neo, and Tsalanang bring local knowledge and personal stories. Mandela House entry is optional and costs extra.

“Thabang took us on a fantastic tour of Soweto, his home town. He was super knowledgeable, open and a pleasure to talk to. He introduced us not only to the touristy vilakazi street but to the real, everyday Soweto with its different social classes and their histories. A real eye opener. Highly recommended!”

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Ultimate Johannesburg Tour - Constitution Hill gives the history a human face
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Ultimate Johannesburg Tour

3.Ultimate Johannesburg Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · from $106

This 7 to 9-hour Johannesburg tour links Mandela Square, Constitution Hill, the Apartheid Museum, central Johannesburg, and Soweto in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Mo, Tsholo, and Banele bring strong local knowledge, while Soweto visits may include Vilakazi Street, Mandela’s home, Hector Pieterson Memorial, and community projects.

“Incredible! Must do. Our guide Mo was amazing. We learned so much and saw so much. If you want to understand the history and current situation of the city you will learn all of it in one day. Eye opening. Out time in Soweto was simply unbelieveable. My teenagers are still taking about the impact it had on them.”

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Johannesburg: Pretoria and Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour - The Union Buildings, Pretoria’s grand first stop
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Johannesburg: Pretoria and Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour

4.Pretoria and Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 165 reviews · 8 hours · from $122

Spend eight hours touring Pretoria’s Union Buildings, Paul Kruger House, and Voortrekker Monument before visiting Cullinan Diamond Mine. An English-speaking guide such as Thapelo, Tinyiko, or Sabu provides historical context while you ride in an air-conditioned vehicle from Johannesburg. The mine tour is above ground, with time for diamond shopping afterward.

“The driver was very respectful, and we went to the city of Pretoria, and then we went to the diamond mine. The trip was very wonderful with the skilled guide. He had information about the places. Thank you for the experience, and I thank the driver, Mike, with many thanks and gratitude”

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Taste of Africa Food tasting Experience - Maboneng: food, murals, and a changing district
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Taste of Africa Food tasting Experience

5.Taste of Africa Food tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 138 reviews · from $54

Explore Johannesburg’s Maboneng or Yeoville with a local host, stopping at small African restaurants for at least four dishes from countries such as South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, or Congo. Expect street art, city history, walking on uneven pavement, and pickup options. Guides may include Romeo, Murnendeni, Nsoki, or Angela.

“Had a fantastic experience, not only did I try some delicious food, but also saw amazing street art and had a great insight into the South African culture. I also felt I was off the beaten track with few, if any other tourists getting to experience the incredibly vibrant local area”

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Harties Cableway Experience Ticket - The summit views are the main reward
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Harties Cableway Experience Ticket

6.Harties Cableway Experience Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 119 reviews · from $17

Take a return cableway ride from Hartbeespoort to the top of the Magaliesberg Mountains, about 1.5 kilometers above the valley. You can stay for one to five hours, enjoy views of the Hartbeespoort region, and use summit facilities including restaurants, music, children’s play areas, ice cream, pizza, and mini-golf.

“Awesome experience and well run institution. Professional and friendly staff. Good facilities and mountain top. Well looked after establishment.”

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Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

7.Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · from $86

Spend about nine hours with a private driver-guide exploring Johannesburg and Soweto. Expect hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, and stops at Constitution Hill, Mandela House, Freedom Square, Regina Mundi Church, Hector Pieterson Museum, and the Apartheid Museum. Guides have included KG, Pastor, Nthatu, and Lindela.

“A retrospective, in-depth tour offering in/sight and perspective on the present day SA as well as the recent history on a resilient nation who has overcome many battles. Pastor done an amazing job showcasing patience, professionalism and Read more”

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Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food - The Alba’s glass walls make the cruise easy to enjoy
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Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food

8.Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 81 reviews · 2 hours · from $52

Spend two hours aboard the Alba, a luxury glass-walled boat on Hartbeespoort Dam. Start with sparkling wine and canapes on the lawn, then enjoy hot and cold finger foods at your table, mountain views, music, and a cash bar. The cruise passes waterfront homes, the old Meerhof Railway Bridge, yacht club, zoo, and the dam wall archway.

“Good day you need to improve food because you offers pork but what about people who don't eat it, atleast mutton. sandwiches there to dry.”

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From Johannesburg: Kruger National Park 3-Day Safari - Entering Kruger for the first afternoon drive
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From Johannesburg: Kruger National Park 3-Day Safari

9.Kruger National Park 3-Day Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 78 reviews · 3 days · from $825

Spend two nights near Kruger National Park with small-group drives, a night outing, and dawn game viewing for lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo. Your English-speaking team may include guides such as Given, Ben, Muzi, or Nic. Transport, park fees, and lodging are included, but most meals and personal costs are extra.

“Everything went perfectly. Ben and Gilbert excellent drivers between Joburg and Hazyview. Gives was a mine of information on the safari. Umbhaba eco lodge was excellent as well.”

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Pretoria: Half-Day City Tour - Paul Kruger House Museum: history at a human scale
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Pretoria: Half-Day City Tour

10.Half-Day City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 60 reviews · 5 hours · from $96

Spend five hours exploring Pretoria with an English-speaking guide such as Clement or Thapelo. Visit the Voortrekker Monument, Paul Kruger House Museum, Union Buildings, Church Square, Ou Raadsaal, Palace of Justice, and Capital Theatre. Transport, admissions, and pickup are included.

“Thapelo was a wonderful, very knowledgeable and friendly guide He taught us a lot about the history of South Africa and actual Pretoria. Thank you!”

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Pretoria: Cullinan Surface Diamond Mine Walking Tour - The two-hour route, from display room to Big Hole
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Pretoria: Cullinan Surface Diamond Mine Walking Tour

11.Cullinan Surface Diamond Mine Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 2 hours · from $12Best value

Join an English-speaking guide for a two-hour walking tour of Cullinan Diamond Mine near Pretoria. You will see the diamond display room, historic shaft, and Big Hole, then browse the diamond shop. The tour covers mining methods and technology, but access is mainly to surface and older mine areas rather than the active modern plant.

“Geweldige rondleiding met een gids die ons duidelijk informeerde.”

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Pretoria: Pretoria City and Lion Park Tour - Starting with lions, cheetahs, and white lions
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Pretoria: Pretoria City and Lion Park Tour

12.Pretoria City and Lion Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 8 hours · from $167

Start with pickup in Johannesburg or Pretoria, then spend about two hours among lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and wild dogs at Lion Park. Continue to Pretoria with an English-speaking private guide for the Union Buildings, Voortrekker Monument, Paul Kruger House, and key city landmarks. Guides such as Sipho, Thabang, Pule, and Carson have led this route.

“Fantastic day with the balance between the historical sites of Pretoria & the amazing animals at the lion park. My guide Thabang from MoAfrika Tours was exceptional and imparted his knowledge of Pretoria & South Africa. Well organised. Pick up & drop off to motel in Pretoria. Comfortable vehicle with wifi.”

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Soweto and Apartheid Museum Guided Tour - Two hours inside the Apartheid Museum
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Soweto and Apartheid Museum Guided Tour

13.Soweto and Apartheid Museum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $187

You’ll tour Johannesburg, visit Soweto’s Vilakazi Street, Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Museum, and the Apartheid Museum. Guides such as Nic, Emmah, Robert, and Lambert are praised for clear local insight. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, lunch, snacks, and water are included, though drinks are extra.

“Our guide was really good in highlighting the history of the country and was quite passionate about his own experience growing up there. Sad to see how people are still living like they are in Soweto. The only down side of the trip was the fooRead more”

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Half day safari from johannesburg - Arriving at Dinokeng Game Reserve
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Half day safari from johannesburg

14.Half day safari from johannesburg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $162

Escape Johannesburg or Pretoria for a six-hour trip to Dinokeng Game Reserve, including hotel pickup, a three-hour safari, and return transport. Expect a small group of up to 15 people, guides such as Ben, Erin, Johandri, or Darren, and possible sightings of rhinos, giraffes, cheetahs, elephants, lions, and hippos.

“Overall, it was a fantastic experience! We were able to view various types of animals. Definitely would recommend this excursion! (P.S. If the driver that takes you to the safari goes along with you on the safari, just make sure you tell the driver Read more”

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Pilanesberg Game Reserve 6 Hour Sunrise Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria - The 4:00 am pickup and long road day
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Pilanesberg Game Reserve 6 Hour Sunrise Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

15.Pilanesberg Game Reserve 6 Hour Sunrise Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $255

Leave Johannesburg or Pretoria around 4:00 am for a private transfer to Pilanesberg, then spend about six hours on a sunrise SUV safari. Your guide, possibly Anton, Willie, or Norman, tracks wildlife while you look for the Big 5. Lunch at Bakubung Bush Lodge, park fees, water, and hotel or airport transfers are included.

“The guide: William (Willie) was amazing! Willie delighted us with a wealth of information about all facets of South Africa and surrounding regions, from the time we were picked up until the time we were dropped off. From politics, to animals, mining operations, trees...you namRead more”

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